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Dogs are very smart, but when food comes to its food, intelligence reaches new heights. They have mastered getting extra treats, whether they fake innocence, flash the eyes of the best puppies, or pull out elaborate schemes. Some use charm, some rely on deceptions, others have turned snack scores into Olympic level skills. Prove that these clever dogs know how to manipulate their humans and have delicious biscuits when they are willing and at risk.
Master of “Second Dinner” fraud
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Some dogs understand that if they play the card correctly, they can earn multiple meals in one night. By strategically ggling things from different families, they each make them believe that no one else has yet to feed them. A well-timed sad look on the lap and a carefully placed foot are enough to refill the bowl for an unsuspecting person. Before you know it, the dog has three dinners and is still looking for dessert.
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Many dogs have discovered that their humans reward them with treatment every time they go outside for a bathroom break. But especially the fraudulent puppies have turned this into a full-fledged scam. They pretend they need to go outside, stand in the garden and show their thoughtfulness, and soon run back inside for their reward. Meanwhile, their bladders are still completely full, but their stomachs are heavier treatment.
“I didn’t get it” cheating
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The dogs have perfected the art that was absolutely betrayed when another dog in the house got the treat, even if they already had one (or two). Some leave after getting their snacks, but only come back quickly with confused expressions, pretending to be unfairly ruled out. Their ability to convince humans that they missed their turn is Oscar worthy, and their treats number continues to climb.
“Grandma and Grandpa” loophole
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Many dogs know that while the main owner may have strict handling rules, grandparents are completely different stories. They make the most of the soft heart (and weak will) of their visit relatives who can’t resist slipping a single or two of their extra biscuits. Some act like they can’t get snacks at all, just to ensure the biggest snack intake.
Dramatic hunger
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Some dogs have perfected art that seems to have not been eaten for days, even if they had eaten an hour ago. They sigh strategically, stare at the treat, even shooting desperate gazes at their food bowls to make their point. The best actors add a slow, sad walk past their bowls, as if they were barely holding onto them. It’s all elaborate and almost always works.
“I deserve this” performance
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Dogs have learned that they can get snacks by performing tricks, even if they are not asked. Some people are sitting, shaking their legs, rolling, not dead and not dead. Others take it a step further by suddenly “remembering” an old trick they haven’t done in years to add a little extra talent to their performance.
Discovering a secret hidden place
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Some dogs have mastered the art of finding hidden treats stashes, drawers, or tall shelves, by proving that hidden treats are not safe. Using their sharp nose and determination, they find ways to access snacks when humans are not looking. Whether opening cabinets, stealing from counters, or enlisting tall dog friends for assistance, these food-driven detectives always get what they want.
“Behave like a guest” scheme
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Dogs from multiple homes and social gatherings have learned that guests are the primary targets of extra treats. They go from person to person, behave like they don’t eat all day long, bringing out the most sad eyes with each new victim. Guests often don’t know about the dog’s regular snack schedule, so they are willing to hand over the cookies without knowing that they were just played.
Double Owner’s Strategies
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Some dogs take advantage of the fact that humans do not always communicate about distribution. One owner gives them a snack, and after a few minutes they casually wander into another room, convincing others who don’t have one yet. With no tracking system in place, these sleazy puppies double or triple their daily treatment allowance with minimal effort.
Award-worthy snack hustler
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Dogs may be human best friends, but when it comes to snacks, they are also expert con artists. With their quick thinking, clever schemes and heart-welding representations, they overtake even the most careful humans over and over. Whether they fake innocence, starve, or exploit the kindness of their guests or grandparents, these snack hustlers won’t miss out on the opportunity for extra bites. But at the end of the day, who can blame them? Some extra treats seem obvious enough when you’re determined to be that adorable.
